Answer the questions given below

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Problem

Answer the questions given below, keeping in mind the distinction between time period and frequency of sound waves. (i) Define the time period of a sound wave. (ii) Explain, with the help of a mathematical relation, how time period and frequency are connected. (iii) A sound wave has a time period of 5 ms5\,\text{ms}. Without detailed calculation, state whether its pitch is higher or lower than that of another wave whose time period is 10 ms10\,\text{ms}. Give a brief reason for your answer.

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